Surviving a Winter of Extreme Van Life, Blizzard & Snow Storm Camping, 4 Days Stranded on an Island
Surviving my First Arctic Winter of Extreme Van Life. Solo in Hurricane, Blizzard, Snow Storm & Camping in Extreme Cold Freezing Temperatures. After having reached the end of the Frozen worlds, I end up getting trapped in blizzards, snow storms and avalanches for 4 days at the end of the world. This was the most annoying beast of a storm I have ever experienced in my van, it was just wearing me down. Spectacular sights though. I cook some burrito burgers and have a lot of coffee of course. The arctic ocean is stunning in all its might and natural power!
#vanlife #blizzard #snowstorm #surviving
My van is a Fiat Ducato, FWD with Nokian Hakkapalitta studless Winter Tires. This is the same as a Ram Promaster in America - USA and Canada.
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Enjoy camping and van life friends from around the world!
BTW, I am coming to the United States soon, been missing the amazing American nature. Cant wait to meet some of you again!
Here is the full season in one playlist • The 2024 Arctic Tour! ...
Surviving my 2nd Winter of Extreme Van Life, Blizzard, Snow Storm Camping & Freezing Cold which includes:
This is my complete second winter of Winter Van Life in extreme conditions in the North, living in a van during freezing temperatures. Starting in November I go through the whole winter season of snowy winter adventures from November to April, with snow storms, blizzards, extreme cold, extreme snowfall, slippery roads and some amazing winter beauty as well.
I also show you what I learn as I go from my second winter in the van.
About me: I am a Norwegian adventurer and wilderness explorer. My youtube channel focus on outdoor wilderness adventures and exploration, backpacking, hiking, canyoneering, skiing, climbing and mountaineering. Nights spent in a tent, alone or with friends. From the snow covered mountains and misty fjords of Norway and Scandinavia to the remote plateaus of Yellowstone and the debts of the red canyons of Utah to the summit of Mt Whitney and the heart of Sequoia Kings Canyon National Park. I love the Wilderness! Email is under "For business inquiries", for general questions please comment on a video, I try to answer everyone.
#wintercamping #vanlife #camping #snowstorm #blizzard #storm #van #snow #wintervanlife #hurricane #vanliving #vanlifetravelvlog #blizzard
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@katyyeps7631
2 ай бұрын
We never experience snow in my country.I really want to be there.🤗👍
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Come on over!
@JoeSmith-xc3ni
2 ай бұрын
😅😅😊😅
@MJibco
2 ай бұрын
When your fingers and toes get tired of nearly freezing daily, it does get fed up!!😅
@wendyhumphreys9709
Ай бұрын
Hi from the UK, love your vlogs ❤
As long as I got hot coffee, fire, blankets, books, and a window to see the blizzard.….it would literally be my heaven on earth.
@Just2HepCats
Ай бұрын
!
@clairewyndham1971
Ай бұрын
100% agree.
@Akstergrind
Ай бұрын
Amen to that!
Watching these videos is heaven on earth for me. I can only dream of being in such freezing weather and with blankets and warm food. It would be so much fun. I hate summer.
@NorwegianXplorer
Ай бұрын
Glad you enjoy it Kim!
We were in Alta and Tromso in February and I realized that no photo can really do the fjords justice. I was awestruck. Norway is the most beautiful place we have visited to date. Retired in 2022 after 40 years behind a desk and loving every second of exploring as many places as we can while our health is good. Thanks for the videos. Cannot wait to return.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
It is really spectacular, my Tour is not over, but I shall be back next winter
I think I would enjoy the shaking of the van and the howling of the wind to lull me into a deep and dreamless sleep...😊 Thank you for sharing this adventure...
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
this is a dream for me to live like this free .. its beautiful
@NorwegianXplorer
9 күн бұрын
Thanks you, I agree very much!
Feeling a bit low. Open tablet and there is a notification about your latest video. Lovely. Takes me off to a happy place. Thank you.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Wonderful! I am glad it helps your mood!
@laquishavann8624
2 ай бұрын
Praying for your joy and peace to be restored in Jesus name! Amen🙌🏽
@trafficsnitch3505
2 ай бұрын
@@laquishavann8624 Thank you kindly. Your words mean a lot
@lovettlovett9462
2 ай бұрын
Hope you are feeling better 💞 I'm new to your videos I'll watch Them all Ginger L USA ALABAMA
It is hard for me to understand how somebody can say that they are fed up with winter. Here, in Zambia, our winter is either on a Tuesday or a Wednesday. The snowscapes and the light absolutely fascinates me. Thank you for another excellent video.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Not fed up with winter, but with storms, this was the 7th one in 5 weeks. thanks for watching all the way from Zambia, that is awesome!
@phelansa23
2 ай бұрын
@@NorwegianXplorerthank you for the awesome videos. Your channel is one of my favourites.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@woodyforest7308
2 ай бұрын
Summer here in UK is either on a Tuesday of Wednesday if it shows it face
@theresamnsota3925
2 ай бұрын
Jeg tror vi har hatt omtrent en uke med vinter her i Wisconsin. Det har vært en merkelig vinter.
Jarl, your resilience and adventurous spirit are truly inspiring! Watching you navigate the challenges of winter camping in such extreme conditions is a testament to your passion for van life. The way you’ve captured the raw beauty of the blizzard and the serene silence of the snowstorm is breathtaking. Stay warm and safe out there! #VanLife #WinterWonderland #AdventureSpirit
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you!
You have the best Van videos on the Internet. No comparison.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so very much Chuck!
@deborahdougherty3208
2 ай бұрын
I agree completely! ❤
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
@@deborahdougherty3208 Thank you Deborah, really appreciated!
@jayoneill1533
2 ай бұрын
Agreed, marvelous videos. Thanks.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you Jay!
Absolutely stunning part of the world..what a grand adventure and you made it so others could journey there too.. thank you
@NorwegianXplorer
Ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
The footage from the harbor town you hunkered down in is breath taking😮. The waves crashing on the rocks … beautiful.
When you think you are strong and everything seems weak, such complex conditions of nature remind us of our weakness.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Indeed
Oh my goodness, I’d be terrified. I cannot do the things that you do. I admire you.😊👍
@NorwegianXplorer
6 күн бұрын
😊 thank you
In all your misery, I loved it all. That had to be hard on you. Thanks for sharing these times along with the great ones. We just love following you along brother! Stay safe, warm and cozy Jarl. God bless!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you my friend, I would rather have the experience than not:-)
@tomad4051
2 ай бұрын
I thought those nice new RV Vans had road jacks to put down to stabilize when parked. 👀🤔😎 N0?
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
No, that would cause a lot of trouble in this winter weather I am sure, better have less things that can break than more.
I love weather. Thank you for sharing your journeys so beautifully.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
Thank you from the pacific northwest of US, for a breathtaking adventure! Safe travels !
@NorwegianXplorer
11 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
Absolutely STUNNING, Thank you for this. Bless up from Brooklyn NY Side note: That burger 🍔 is pure perfection 😋 well done chef
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
I am watching from South America. I miss snow but I live in the mountains (Andes) so I enjoy watching your videos ...... the scenery is beautiful. Thank You!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thank you! Cool to have a viewer from the Andes!
The harbor view is gorgeous....including the point up north. Beautiful....amazing scenery!!!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
A big thx for another cozy snow trip🚐❄
I could live there. Love the smallness of the towns. ❤❤
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Yeah, it is nice!
This was the best footage ever! I've never been near that far north! You gave great footage of it all!
@NorwegianXplorer
Ай бұрын
Wow, thanks Phyllis!
You capture light beautifully,this is the best travel show on the net!I am crippled but travel vicariously with you,you are a brave man!Thanks for the trips.Dianne
@NorwegianXplorer
Ай бұрын
Wow, thank you Dianne!
Jarl your videos are stunning and breathtaking. Thank you😊
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you Olivia!
Love snow , but only experienced it a few years ago on East coast of USA !!! Lived in uk 🇬🇧 for many years and remembered growing up in 1960 s and 1970s where we had snow every winter ❤
@NorwegianXplorer
Ай бұрын
I will keep showing you a lot of snow:-) Thanks for watching!
you're channel is so so underrated. love ur adventures
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!!
Great video Jarl . The town you were stranded in was so picturesque. I don’t think I would have slept a wink in that kind of wind . Beautiful ending with the northern lights . 😊
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it my friend
Lovely! I’d love to go to the Arctic in winter and to be stuck in a blizzard, even better! Give me good books, tea and cozy blankets and I’d be a happy gal! Looking forward to more of your adventures! 😊
@NorwegianXplorer
15 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching
Always enjoy watching your great videos from beautiful Norway. Such a crazy weather you had this winter 😊😊😊
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you, its been bad for sure, and this is only mid february
Thank you for another mesmerising watch … wonderful👍🏻
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
So sorry that you have started to feel annoyed at the van rocking. We will never get bored or bothered by these. We just went through some big winds that actually shook the windows and put a strain on the walls. Great stuff ! Being rocked or shook to sleep is just like a sleeping pill. I'm always disappointed when I wake up and realize I have missed all the commotion. I guess I must be a rare bird. When I hear that Luke couldn't sleep because of the rain or wind flapping the tent walls, I'm thinking, "what a wuss"! You go out camping to be close to nature and when nature happens, he's bothered by it and can't sleep. ???!!! So glad you haven't reached that level of being bothered by nature. Jarl, I still consider you my favorite KZreadr who speaks during your videos. There's several great people who deliver a great outdoors experience but are silent and don't talk. It's nice to listen to nature doing the talking, but I'll end up with many, many questions that would be answered if they would only "speak up"". Thanks Jarl. You get to be annoyed, it's your program. You still give us some of the best videos of blizzards and hurricanes. I've been in both, many, many times and have never gotten annoyed yet. Since I am now an invalid, I doubt that I'll ever get there. I got out when the going was still good (wonderful).
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Hey Thomas, thanks for your long and thoughtful comment! I will never be bothered with nature, it is really the sound and behaviour of the van, and my placement of the van that made it annoying:-)
Norway is such a fabulous country! I was only there for a couple of weeks a few years ago, but that was easily enough time to fall in love with the place and its warm, welcoming people! Apart from Alaska, I can't think of a better place to live in a warm, cosy and well kitted-out van! I will definitely keep on watching your videos and experiencing Norwegian van life vicariously through them!
@NorwegianXplorer
Ай бұрын
Thank you, I am glad you enjoy the videos!
This has to some of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. Amazing. Keep your spirits up
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you
Beautiful! Absolutely beautiful!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
It's beautiful landscape and atmosphere. Thank you. I felt as if I was riding along in that van!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Glad to hear that!
Love your videos its an adventure. Thank you.👍
@NorwegianXplorer
13 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!
absolutely stunning! thank you
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you Gerald!
Can’t wait for the next. You are the best.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you Anne
Love these videos and a great adventure not just for you but also for all who watch. Keep up the great work from uk
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thanks, will do! I have so much more to show you!
I am really surprised at how many dwellings/buildings there were. Beautifully photographed.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you Judy!
Another stunning video thanks, you show the stark beauty of the landscape to perfection and I can fully understand why you prefer to be there in the depths of Winter too!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
Hi from very mild UK. Just seen that you are giving track details. Very thoughtfull thank you very much my friend right better get to waching your release God Bless Tou, Simon
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Cool, enjoy my friend!
hahaha, i got a good laugh when you said that icy little town on the edge of the world was a little too touristy for you, thumbs up on the video
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it:-) There are ships, cruise ships, they sail into town, and bring...people, people on busses, people in taxis, thousands of people!!
Again, stunning scenery, and I loved the view looking out at the boats.😊
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Beril!
Your cooking is genius! Apart from that the location is so beautiful and brutal as to be beyond words. Thank you. from darkest Kent.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot 😊
It looks very nice to me, a winter fairy tale, snow, wind, even the swaying, it's kind of relaxing to me
@NorwegianXplorer
Ай бұрын
It really is!
@Andrei_Hristow
Ай бұрын
@@NorwegianXplorer Norway is a beautiful country. Keep pleasing us with more good work
@NorwegianXplorer
Ай бұрын
@@Andrei_Hristow I shall do my best!
Very relaxing, especially moments when driving, and a great selection of music
@NorwegianXplorer
Ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
Looks beautiful in there better than a hotel room
Another amazingly interesting video! I am along for the ride.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it! Thank you!
This looks like good clean fun that the whole family can enjoy
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
It is!
What an amazing journey. I'm so jealous!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
Merci encore pour cette video,vous êtes formidable 🙏🙏🙏🖐🖐
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much Frederic!
The world has many roads, and you have taken us along on some of the most breathtaking, beautiful places above the Artic circle in Norway. The waves beating against the rugged rocks and seeing the boat dip up and down in the waves was awesome. I hope more people find your channel and help support your independent livelihood. Keep on keeping on!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
I am, thanks for supporting and commenting Candy
The scenery is beautiful!!!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
It is!
There is something awesome about going through this experience in your van . That van was shelter in an extremely harsh environment . Man and van survive
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Yep, you are right about that!
Stunningly beautiful area ... ❤
@NorwegianXplorer
Ай бұрын
It really is!
Wow brother stay safe! Your camera and drone shots are the best! Thanks for the adventures! 🙏🏻
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thanks, you too!
Beautiful Scenery, great video.
@NorwegianXplorer
29 күн бұрын
Thank you very much!
Oh the times we start questioning our life choices...lol Really enjoying this one, thanks for sharing your misery for our entertainment 😂 Cheers Jarl
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much my friend!
Fascinating video Jarl , stay safe my friend .
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you my friend:-)0
Tes images sont absolument magnifiques...merci !!!!😊
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
My hands were sweating as u were going down that mountain.
@NorwegianXplorer
4 күн бұрын
It was a bit sketchy, but I was careful
As we say in Florida , hunker down.👍🏼❤️😊
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Yes, I hear that is the title of many YT videos
Scarey but beautiful scenery at the same time .Very brave of you to travel on those roads with the blowing snow. Thanks for the wonderful video stay safe and warm. ♥♥♥♥
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
What an absolutely picturesque Town and Harbor. Shoreline is stunning. I found your video scrolling! ✌️❤️
@NorwegianXplorer
Ай бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
Another amazing video, Thank you. Really enjoying this trip to the North Cape, scenery is just breathtaking add in some of the craziest weather you would see and a hour video passes in no time at all. In my honest opinion yourself and Forestry Forest are the two best Van Life channels on KZread.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much, i too love Foresty Forest
Crazy weather pounding like crazy. 😮
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Hehe, yes, relentless
Very beautiful but also very scary thank you for some great content I enjoyed watching 🥰
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Cheryl!
Nydelig film, Jarl❤
This video is now on my following playlists: winter survival, sleeping in a storm, van life and recipes for comfort food 😂❤
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you!!
As ur driving “brutal” is not a favorite word of mine. 🤦♀️ N the beginning that nite drive was eerie as heck. But then Shane’s smile shone n it was HUGE ! I love all these little towns u go through. I know u were bored but boredom for u means ur safe n still doing well for us. Love listening to u n between the rough weather just as much as I do all the spectacular scenery. Ur fans r never bored !!! Ur the best ! 👍🙏❤️‼️ TJ
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much dear friend!
Love the channel always makes my day. Best wishes from Bonnie Scotland.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much Bonnie!
❤❤❤❤❤.... Amazing !! Thank you so munch ! ❤❤❤❤❤
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you Pierre!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you Pierre!!
Awesome !
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
Again, another amazing and breathe taking video. Hello from Boston.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
Dear Jarl, I can understand your frustration with the continuous storms. The quality of the content that this channel offers, has improved so much, that is now on a documentary production level. So one more time I want to say thank you for the great content, and send you our warmest regards from Greece!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you very much Nikos, really appreciate it!
Stunning photography. Good work.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
The northern lights are beautiful!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
They are indeed
Как всегда шикарно. Респект.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you Sergey!
Love your videos !!! Cheers from Boston
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you, cheers!
Just makes me want to be there. and at 65 disabled it will never be. So l thank you for all the beautiful areas you go to they are just amazing 👍
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoy it!
I am going to make that Burger Sandwich Mr Jarl it looks Yummy.... Glad you have your Coffee and you are Warm the The Scenery is Fabulous .... Love Everything even the Wind . Beautiful ending Northern Lights Dancing through the Night .... Stay Safe Mr Jarl ❤
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Hope you enjoy
I enjoy your videos! Soon enough, you'll have sunny and warmer weather.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
I wonder, with such a following, do people sometimes tend to lean on you to provide comfort in their lives? I certainly find your winter videos warm, comfy, and inviting. Can’t wait for warmer climate exploring as well.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
It sounds like people find a lot of comfort from the videos, maybe it is the long streches of calm scenery, or maybe it is the weather that is so powerful, but I really appreciate being a YT emotional support dog☺️
I love 💕 winter
@NorwegianXplorer
Ай бұрын
Me too
That’s looks damn good
@NorwegianXplorer
5 сағат бұрын
it is!
Ey up. Another absolutely epic adventure in that wintery rugged beauty. A great watch as always my friend 👍🙂
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you my friend!!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you my friend!
Great video Jarl! Love those burgers! A real feat of engineering!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Lol, thanks Kevin!
Very exciting to see the North Cape of Europe and the beautiful snowy countryside, glad to see you caught some of the northern lights. I hope you can complete the journey to the east.👍
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
I do complete it, and by the end I have seen so much northern lights that it was crazy, but this weekend I will make a quick jump to easter and the worst blizzard I ever experienced before going east in the Arctic
@matthewapgar7395
2 ай бұрын
@@NorwegianXplorer Do drive safely and enjoy the beautiful countryside.
OMGoodness! You are living my dream! This is what I have always wanted to do! Thank you for a beautiful journey! My husband is Norwegian also, from his mother's side. He was born in the U.S. he hates camping and driving! I love it!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
Better safe than sorry. Wait it out.👍😊 If not stopping roll with it better than being on the road.
@NorwegianXplorer
13 күн бұрын
You got that right!
Norwegian Xplorer, You're awesome! Let's be friends and play together!
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
Another great video arent you lonley ? Your such a very brave man even when you kown not to take chances admiration to you wow
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
I appreciate that i am very rarely lonely
Nice little burger fold! Hope you enjoyed it!
@NorwegianXplorer
11 күн бұрын
I did!
Great videos. It would be so cool to meet some of the people of these small towns.
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
Awesome
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
Excellent video as always 👍🏻
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
I am in my 60s and still love the snow. That is some beautiful country but no trees? Strange? Thanks again
@NorwegianXplorer
2 ай бұрын
It is in the Arctic, very few trees survive up here
@user-vi7fp1qy5c
14 күн бұрын
I would imagine it’s way above the tree line.
I’m watching from Florida where it’s 95F but feels like 105F because of the humidity. Chuckling at your complaint of the Arctic storm. We here, in Florida, are sick of the sunshine! Can’t wait for summer to be over! Stuck indoors but grateful for air conditioning.
@NorwegianXplorer
28 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@melencolley
21 күн бұрын
My mom lives in Orlando. I want to visit but I cannot take the extreme heat. It’s terrible!